Victim named in murder probe

Liam Soutar

This is the young victim at the centre of a murder probe after he was accused of attempted theft on a Wigan estate.

Jordan Higham has now been officially named by police after the fatal incident in the small hours of Monday morning in Nicol Mere Drive, Ashton. The coroner’s office also confirmed they have received a file on his death.

The sentiment was echoed by Jamie Leput, who wrote: “Didn’t deserve that mate, regardless of what you were doing. Love you forever brother! RIP Higham! Absolutely speechless.”

Another comment read: “I’m speechless, no matter what’s been said you seriously didn’t need to go this way, love you loads matey sleep tight.”

Formal identification is yet to take place but officers believe the man is 25-year-old Jordan Higham and his family have been informed.

A 27-year-old man and a 24-year-old man were arrested on suspicion of murder and were released under investigation.

Det Chief Insp Clare Devlin from GMP’s Wigan borough said Jordan’s family were "understandably heartbroken" and that the force was doing everything it could to support them through their devastating time.

She said: “We originally arrested two men on suspicion of murder and they have since been released under investigation whilst our enquiries continue.

“A team of officers are working round the clock to get to the bottom of what happened and how Jordan sadly died.

“As part of our investigation we need as much information from the public as possible. If you haven’t spoken to us yet, or have something further to tell us, then please get in touch immediately.”

Police inquiries are ongoing and anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting reference number 233 of 06/11/17 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111.